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Another opposition candidate has been detained ahead of the local government electionsAnother opposition candidate has been detained ahead of the local government elections
Armenia and Zimbabwe discussed cooperation opportunities in biodiversity conservationArmenia and Zimbabwe discussed cooperation opportunities in biodiversity conservation
The candidate for head of the Artik community from the The candidate for head of the Artik community from the "Country to live" party has been detained
The Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Theatre will have a small concert hall.The Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Theatre will have a small concert hall.
Akanates: In Artashat, a cleric publicly supported the Civil Contract party`s candidate for community headAkanates: In Artashat, a cleric publicly supported the Civil Contract party`s candidate for community head
The arrest of Armenia`s second president has been extended by two months, according to a court rulingThe arrest of Armenia`s second president has been extended by two months, according to a court ruling
Arman Abovyan became the official representative of the PAP following the arrest of Gagik TsarukyanArman Abovyan became the official representative of the PAP following the arrest of Gagik Tsarukyan
ANC Deputy Chairman: Pashinyan intends to use snap elections as a tool to blackmail the oppositionANC Deputy Chairman: Pashinyan intends to use snap elections as a tool to blackmail the opposition
The participation of Artsakh ensembles in an international festival in Vienna was cancelled following the intervention of several foreign embassiesThe participation of Artsakh ensembles in an international festival in Vienna was cancelled following the intervention of several foreign embassies
The Ministry of Health has released information on the health status of those injured in the bus accident.The Ministry of Health has released information on the health status of those injured in the bus accident.
Narek Karapetyan: Today, both an Azerbaijani shepherd and a soldier can cross the Armenian border without hindrance, and this is a problemNarek Karapetyan: Today, both an Azerbaijani shepherd and a soldier can cross the Armenian border without hindrance, and this is a problem
Narek Karapetyan: The Armenian authorities will not be able to force the country to support the new Constitution by arresting supporters of the Narek Karapetyan: The Armenian authorities will not be able to force the country to support the new Constitution by arresting supporters of the "Strong Armenia" party
Honored Artist of Armenia Vladimir Abroyan passed away at the age of 87Honored Artist of Armenia Vladimir Abroyan passed away at the age of 87
Azerbaijan continues to increase defense spendingAzerbaijan continues to increase defense spending
44 lawsuits against journalists and media outlets were filed in Armenia in the first 9 months of 2026 – CPFS44 lawsuits against journalists and media outlets were filed in Armenia in the first 9 months of 2026 – CPFS
Armenian Tsaghkadzor and Bulgarian Burgas have become sister cities.Armenian Tsaghkadzor and Bulgarian Burgas have become sister cities.
A group of Artsakh deputies called for ensuring the continued functioning of state institutions of the Republic of Artsakh in Armenia.A group of Artsakh deputies called for ensuring the continued functioning of state institutions of the Republic of Artsakh in Armenia.
UN Assistant Secretary-General to visit ArmeniaUN Assistant Secretary-General to visit Armenia
"Strong Armenia" accused the Armenian authorities of attempting to discredit their party ahead of the elections in Stepanavan.
Eleven people were injured in a bus accident in Yerevan.Eleven people were injured in a bus accident in Yerevan.
The mayor of Nice demanded the release of all Armenians held in Azerbaijan.The mayor of Nice demanded the release of all Armenians held in Azerbaijan.
Expert: It`s time for Armenia to move away from uncertainty and choose between West and EastExpert: It`s time for Armenia to move away from uncertainty and choose between West and East
Armenia has been recognized as a leading European destination for cultural heritage in 2026.Armenia has been recognized as a leading European destination for cultural heritage in 2026.
Nune Ohanyan has been appointed head of the Protocol Department of the Prime Minister`s OfficeNune Ohanyan has been appointed head of the Protocol Department of the Prime Minister`s Office
Narek Karapetyan: Narek Karapetyan: "Strong Armenia" is ready for snap elections in the country.
Armenian intellectuals demanded transparency in the trial of the Mother Armenia leaderArmenian intellectuals demanded transparency in the trial of the Mother Armenia leader
Lawyer: Arrest of son of Armenia`s second president extended by 2 monthsLawyer: Arrest of son of Armenia`s second president extended by 2 months
I IDBank: Investing in a Greener Future — Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for a Biodiversity Park Near the MatenadaranI IDBank: Investing in a Greener Future — Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for a Biodiversity Park Near the Matenadaran
The United States donated $1.4 million in special equipment and resources to the Armenian National Security Service`s Border Service.The United States donated $1.4 million in special equipment and resources to the Armenian National Security Service`s Border Service.
A Frenchman of Armenian descent died in the crash of a Mirage 2000D fighter jet in France.A Frenchman of Armenian descent died in the crash of a Mirage 2000D fighter jet in France.
The Deputy Mayor of Paris honored the memory of the holy martyrs of the Armenian Genocide.The Deputy Mayor of Paris honored the memory of the holy martyrs of the Armenian Genocide.
An Armenian court has terminated proceedings in the case of defrocked monks Stepan Asatrayan and Aramayis Takhmazyan.An Armenian court has terminated proceedings in the case of defrocked monks Stepan Asatrayan and Aramayis Takhmazyan.
Statement: What is happening around the Statement: What is happening around the "Strong Armenia" candidate for mayor of Stepanavan is a classic example of political persecution.
CSTO Secretary General: Armenia has CSTO Secretary General: Armenia has "de facto" withdrawn from the military alliance
International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026”International Conference and Exhibition “Oil and Gas of Turkmenistan – 2026”
Armenia and the Czech Republic discussed defense cooperation.Armenia and the Czech Republic discussed defense cooperation.
The Anti-Corruption Court dismissed five of the seven charges against Sedrak Kocharyan.The Anti-Corruption Court dismissed five of the seven charges against Sedrak Kocharyan.
Armenia is interested in hosting the CITES Conference of the Parties in 2031.Armenia is interested in hosting the CITES Conference of the Parties in 2031.
Oppositionist: It is a fact that new elections will be held next yearOppositionist: It is a fact that new elections will be held next year
Khamoyan: The Armenia bloc will not vote to put the new constitution to a referendum.Khamoyan: The Armenia bloc will not vote to put the new constitution to a referendum.
The Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia held a meeting with the Head of the EU Partnership Mission to Armenia.The Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia held a meeting with the Head of the EU Partnership Mission to Armenia.
A story based on the events of the April 2016 war has been included in the Russian language textbook for 11th-grade students in Armenia.A story based on the events of the April 2016 war has been included in the Russian language textbook for 11th-grade students in Armenia.
The Prosecutors General of Armenia and Georgia confirmed their readiness to develop bilateral cooperation.The Prosecutors General of Armenia and Georgia confirmed their readiness to develop bilateral cooperation.
Early parliamentary elections may be held in Armenia to adopt a new ConstitutionEarly parliamentary elections may be held in Armenia to adopt a new Constitution
Pashinyan commented on the restrictions against Armenia: There are no economic motives here, but in essence, we are dealing with a political componentPashinyan commented on the restrictions against Armenia: There are no economic motives here, but in essence, we are dealing with a political component
RPA Deputy Chairman: Armenia faces three political scenariosRPA Deputy Chairman: Armenia faces three political scenarios
The government will provide 148.5 billion drams for the acquisition of two exceptional manuscripts that will expand the Matenadaran collection.The government will provide 148.5 billion drams for the acquisition of two exceptional manuscripts that will expand the Matenadaran collection.
Armenia will expand its program for compensating military personnel for harm to their lives and healthArmenia will expand its program for compensating military personnel for harm to their lives and health
Oppositionist: Early elections to the National Assembly of Armenia are inevitableOppositionist: Early elections to the National Assembly of Armenia are inevitable
Yerevan and Beijing intend to expand exchange of experience in urban management – City HallYerevan and Beijing intend to expand exchange of experience in urban management – City Hall
One of the challenges for the economy at the moment is relations within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU)- PashinyanOne of the challenges for the economy at the moment is relations within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU)- Pashinyan
Armenia and the Czech Republic discussed cooperation in the defense sectorArmenia and the Czech Republic discussed cooperation in the defense sector
The Armenian government will combine employment programs for three categories of citizens starting in 2027.The Armenian government will combine employment programs for three categories of citizens starting in 2027.
The second phase of improvements to the Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex will be completed by the end of the yearThe second phase of improvements to the Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex will be completed by the end of the year
Amsterdam: The use of criminal justice tools against political opponents cannot be presented as protecting democracyAmsterdam: The use of criminal justice tools against political opponents cannot be presented as protecting democracy
The case against the Kocharyan father and son concerns solely financial charges and there are no grounds for keeping them in custody, according to a statement.The case against the Kocharyan father and son concerns solely financial charges and there are no grounds for keeping them in custody, according to a statement.
Isaac Herzog condemned attacks on the Armenian community in JerusalemIsaac Herzog condemned attacks on the Armenian community in Jerusalem
Armenia`s Deputy Prime Minister discussed organizational work at the beginning of the TRIPP implementation in SyunikArmenia`s Deputy Prime Minister discussed organizational work at the beginning of the TRIPP implementation in Syunik
Lawyer: The Armavir court rejected the claim of defrocked monastic Arman Saroyan regarding the illegality of the decision to remove him from the post of primate of the Masyatsotn Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church.Lawyer: The Armavir court rejected the claim of defrocked monastic Arman Saroyan regarding the illegality of the decision to remove him from the post of primate of the Masyatsotn Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
The National Security Service of Armenia confirmed the crossing of an Azerbaijani shepherd into Armenian territoryThe National Security Service of Armenia confirmed the crossing of an Azerbaijani shepherd into Armenian territory
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Forecast: The United States is not active on the Artsakh issue at  this stage
 Wednesday, September 7 2022, 16:36

ArmInfo.The United States is not active in the Artsakh issue at this stage. And I do not at all share the euphoria associated with the appointment of Philip Ricoeur  as the new US co-chair of the OSCE Minsk Group. A similar opinion was  expressed to ArmInfo by public and political figure Mikayel  Hayrapetyan.

Forecast: There are no prospects for real peace between Armenia and  Azerbaijan
 Wednesday, September 7 2022, 16:36

ArmInfo.There are no prospects for real peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan, nor for the conclusion of a peace treaty. Political analyst Armen Baghdasaryan  expressed a similar opinion to ArmInfo.  

Forecast: Problems can be solved in the "3 + 3" format, based on the  interests of Russia, Turkey, Iran and Azerbaijan, rather than on the  interests of Armenia
 Tuesday, September 6 2022, 19:16

ArmInfo.By its very content, but not the end result, the Brussels format of negotiations can be successful for Armenia only in the case of an extremely active  participation of Armenia itself in this process. A similar opinion  was expressed to ArmInfo by president of the Yerevan Press Club Boris  Navasardyan.

View from Moscow: The European Union has mobilized all its resources  against Russia in the post-Soviet space 
 Tuesday, September 6 2022, 19:11

ArmInfo.It is the Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict that arouses the European Union's  interest in them as of today, accordingly, it is an opportunity for  EU  to participate in Caucasian affairs through its moderation,  thereby competing with Russia. Fyodor Lukyanov, Research Director of  the Valdai Discussion Club expressed a similar opinion to ArmInfo.

Forecast: Extremely cautious policy of Armenia is fraught with big  risks
 Monday, September 5 2022, 16:17

ArmInfo. The current, extremely cautious policy of the Armenian leadership is fraught with great risks for us in the future.  Leader of the Sovereign Armenia  party David Sanasaryan expressed a similar opinion to ArmInfo.

Forecast: Prospects for further involvement of "Turan" against Russia depend on geopolitics
 Monday, September 5 2022, 14:21

ArmInfo.The prospects for the further involvement of the "Turan" project and the Turkic-speaking states that are part of it, and the possibility of their  implementation against Russia, among other things, depend on  geopolitics, and more precisely, on Ukraine.

Human rights activist: The death penalty is incompatible with the  principles of any legal state
 Friday, September 2 2022, 18:50

ArmInfo.The Prosecutor General's Office of Armenia is deeply mistaken when it refers to the absence of direct legal international obligations of the country on  the issue of absolute prohibition of the death penalty.

Forecast: There are currently no real opportunities and foundations  for Yerevan and Baku to reach a common position following the results  of Brussels
 Friday, September 2 2022, 18:49

ArmInfo.The main conclusion that can be reached based on the published results of the so-called "Fourth Brussels" is an agreement on a kind of November review of the  achievements of Armenia and Azerbaijan in preparing for the signing  of a peace treaty. Leader of the Armenian Constructive Party,  political scientist Andrias Ghukasyan, expressed a similar opinion to  ArmInfo.

Expert: The calculations of the West are correct; it is the Armenian  hopes that are illusory
 Thursday, September 1 2022, 17:39

ArmInfo. The main crisis that our nation is experiencing today is a moral and psychological crisis. A similar opinion was expressed to ArmInfo by  head of the  International Center for Human Development Tevan Poghosyan.




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Expert on protests in France: Civilizations fade when society loses a vision of the futureExpert on protests in France: Civilizations fade when society loses a vision of the future
Turkologist: Azerbaijan is not all-powerful—its vulnerabilities should become part of Armenia’s security strategyTurkologist: Azerbaijan is not all-powerful—its vulnerabilities should become part of Armenia’s security strategy
Opinion: The development of the Amulsar mine near the resort town of Jermuk is the beginning of an environmental disaster in ArmeniaOpinion: The development of the Amulsar mine near the resort town of Jermuk is the beginning of an environmental disaster in Armenia
Expert: The arrest of opposition figures in Armenia for social media posts is a systematic attempt to intimidate the public and suppress dissent.Expert: The arrest of opposition figures in Armenia for social media posts is a systematic attempt to intimidate the public and suppress dissent.
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Political scientist: The Armenian public is simply obliged to significantly change the entire content of public discourse and strugglePolitical scientist: The Armenian public is simply obliged to significantly change the entire content of public discourse and struggle
Cross tattoos are being removed from the skin of Christian prisoners in Azerbaijan by fire, according to a human rights activist.Cross tattoos are being removed from the skin of Christian prisoners in Azerbaijan by fire, according to a human rights activist.
Zakharova: Armenia`s likely introduction of visas with Russia will be a step against Yerevan itselfZakharova: Armenia`s likely introduction of visas with Russia will be a step against Yerevan itself
Putin: Armenia`s recognition of Karabakh as part of Azerbaijan in Prague has given Russia`s position on this issue an ambivalent characterPutin: Armenia`s recognition of Karabakh as part of Azerbaijan in Prague has given Russia`s position on this issue an ambivalent character
Putin: Armenia`s adoption of the law on EU accession means an announcement of its withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic UnionPutin: Armenia`s adoption of the law on EU accession means an announcement of its withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union